When Cornwall Council closed public toilets across the county in 2016, communities stepped up.
We support the good people and the communities who keep these essential public facilities open
through donations, campaigns and encouraging volunteer efforts.
In 2016, Cornwall Council made the difficult decision to close public toilet facilities across the county due to budget constraints. What happened next was remarkable - communities across Cornwall refused to let these essential facilities disappear.
Cornwall Council's budget cuts meant the closure of dozens of public toilet facilities across the county, threatening:
Communities across Cornwall rose to the challenge, with parish councils, local businesses, and volunteers working together:
We started with one community in Gorran Haven and now we're expanding to support community-run toilet facilities across Cornwall. Our goal is simple: keep these essential services open.
Highlight the ongoing need for community support and the reality of potential closures without adequate funding.
Connect donors directly with local communities managing these facilities, ensuring support reaches where it's needed most.
Create connections between successful community initiatives, sharing knowledge and best practices across Cornwall.
As our friend shared the story of the 2016 crisis and how the community rallied to save their facilities, we realized something important, this wasn't just Gorran Haven's story. This was happening across Cornwall, with communities fighting to maintain essential services that had been taken for granted.
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There are many ways to support community-run toilet facilities across Cornwall. From direct donations to volunteering and spreading awareness, every contribution makes a difference.
Support facilities directly through donation boxes or contact local parish councils managing the facilities.
Join local volunteer groups helping with cleaning, maintenance, and administration of these vital community services.
Share the stories of these community initiatives and help raise awareness about the ongoing need for support.
Is your Cornish community managing public toilet facilities? We'd love to help highlight your story and connect you with potential supporters. Get in touch to discuss featuring your town on 4u2p.uk.
We'll get back to you in good time to discuss featuring your community.